One Person Dead, Another Injured In Downtown Rhinelander

One person has died and another was injured in an early Wednesday morning disturbance at a downtown Rhinelander tavern.

Rhinelander Police Chief Michael Steffes reports they were called shortly after midnight to Sackett's Bar at 66 North Brown Street. When officers arrived, two individuals were on the floor. A 48 year old man died at the scene. The other person on the floor was transported to Ministry-St. Mary's Hospital for treatment.

Family members are being notified before the deceased person's name is released.

Chief Steffes says anyone with information about this crime are asked to call the Rhinelander Police Department(715-365-5300). Callers can be anonymous.